CWA/AT&T SW Bargaining Report #4

Due to an unforeseen medical issue, today both parties (Union & Company) worked in their individual caucuses. The Company’s scheduled initial benefits presentation has been moved to tomorrow's scheduled session.

Today the Union Bargaining Team worked through some additional proposals that will be improvements on current language around the amount of mandatory OT for Technicians, improvements on some differential pay, and some new MOA’s that will be introduced by the Union team. We will discuss these MOA’s further after they are passed at the table in a future bargaining report.

The Team ended the day by meeting with our two Alternate bargaining team members via zoom and providing them an update on where things are currently. They have been a valuable voice in the process and we plan to check in with them weekly (or more often if needed) through the duration of bargaining.

During tomorrow’s benefits presentation, the Company has agreed to excuse our CWA appointed Benefits Representative to join the Union Team for the presentation in which his feedback and expertise will add additional value to the team.

Remember, this is a marathon not a race; and we will be as transparent as we can be without causing any harm at the table to the overall process of getting us the best agreement possible. With that being said, mobilization by our members is key in showing this Company we are united for this FIGHT! Please continue to stay connected to your Locals and their designated mobilization coordinators on future actions. 

To stay updated on actions and mobilizations, text FIGHT to 49484. You can also fill out this quick form to get involved and receive the latest bargaining updates.

In Solidarity,

CWA/AT&T SW Bargaining Team

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